Events & Classes

Dates and details about all of St. Croix Birth & Parenting's upcoming Events & Classes!

NATURAL BIRTH & PARENTING classes start soon - register now!
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SCBP CLASSES DEC 15 - DEC 28

Note: all dates and times are in Central US Time Zone.
Monday, Dec 15 (9:00am-9:45am): Sign Say & Play 6: My Playground Signs
Monday, Dec 15 (10:00am-11:00am): "Positive Weaning" is the topic for the online Catholic Nursing Mothers' group
Monday, Dec 15 (4:00pm-4:45pm): 3, 2, 1 Count on Fun! **December Featured Freebie Advent themed Baby Signs playgroup!**
Wednesday, Dec 17 (10:00am-11:30am): Birth Matters 5: Birth Sense (comfort measures, pain medications, interventions, cesarean birth, and more!)
Saturday, Dec 20 (10:00am-11:30am): Birth Matters 6: Natural Childbirth Techniques Workshop
Saturday, Dec 20 (12:30pm-2:30pm): Birth Together 2: Embracing Your Catholic Pregnancy Journey **it's not too late to join this series!**
Monday, Dec 22 (10:00am-10:45am): Rumble Tumble Tummy Time 1
Monday, Dec 22 (2:00pm-4:00pm): Breastfeeding Matters
Tuesday, Dec 23-Sunday, Dec 28): ~Christmas Break~ Merry Christmas to you and yours!
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DECEMBER 2025 HIGHLIGHTS

Monday, Dec 15 (10:00am-11:00am): "Positive Weaning" is the topic for the online Catholic Nursing Mothers' Group
Monday, Dec 15 (4:00pm-4:45pm): "3, 2, 1; Count on Fun!" Countdown to Christmas during the **December Featured Freebie Baby Signs playclass**
Monday, Dec 22 (10:00am-10:45am): Rumble Tumble Tummy Time 1
Monday, Dec 22 (2:00pm-4:00pm): Breastfeeding Matters
Monday, Dec 29 (2:00pm-3:00pm): My Baby & Me (sibling prep Baby Signs playclass)
Monday, Dec 29 (7:00pm-8:00pm): "Sharing Our Stories" is the theme for the Tiny Treasures HOPE Baby Loss Support Group **new support group**

2025-2026 Class Schedule

catholic couple looking for comprehensive Birth & parenting Classes?

The St. Croix Birth & Parenting Complete Catholic Parenting Course is the only comprehensive childbirth and parenting preparation classes designed specifically for Catholic Christian families!
  • Nine 2-hour online classes
Upcoming Complete Catholic Parenting Course START Dates​​​​​​​​​​
  • Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 12:30 pm CST
  • Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 12:30 pm CDT
  • Saturday, June 13 at 12:30 pm CDT
  • Saturday, September 12 at 12:30 pm CDT
  • PRIVATE CLASS OPTION: You may also arrange other days / times to meet with your instructor

birth matters natural childbirth classes

Sign up for our entire natural childbirth series; or pick and choose the classes you need to prepare for YOUR birth! Birth Partner attends FREE!
  • Complete series consists of six 1.5 hour classes (online)
  • Each class lasts 1.5 hours
  • Take one or as many classes as you wish!
Class 1: Natural Childbirth in a Nutshell (what to expect during a natural birth)
Class 2: Mom's Best Friend (birth partner preparation class)
Class 3: Mermaid Moms (waterbirth preparation class)
Class 4: Your Best Nest (birthplace options class)
Class 5: Birth Sense (understand common childbirth procedures and interventions)
Class 6: Natural Childbirth Techniques (practice relaxation, massage, and other techniques you can use during your birth)
Upcoming Birth Matters Class Series START Dates​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
  • Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 2 pm CST
  • Saturday, January 24 at 10 am CST
  • Wednesday, February 25 at 2 pm CST
  • Saturday, March 14 at 10 am CDT
  • PRIVATE CLASS OPTION: You may also arrange other days / times to meet with your instructor

birth matters a la carte classes

If you prefer to take individual classes, here are the dates for each session!
  • ​Each class lasts 1.5 hours (online)
Session 1: Natural Childbirth in a Nutshell
  • Wednesdays (2 pm Central US Time)
    • Jan 7, 2026; Feb 25, Apr 8, May 20
  • Saturdays (10 am Central US Time)
    • Jan 24, 2026; Mar 14, May 2, Jun 13 
  • PRIVATE CLASS OPTION: You may also arrange another day / time to meet with your instructor
Session 2: Mom's Best Friend​
  • Wednesdays (2 pm Central US Time)
    • Jan 14, 2026; Mar 4, Apr 15, May 27
  • Saturdays (10 am Central US Time)​
    • Jan 31, 2026; Mar 21, May 9, Jun 20
  • PRIVATE CLASS OPTION: You may also arrange another day / time to meet with your instructor
Session 3: Mermaid Moms​
  • Wednesdays (2 pm Central US Time)
    • Jan 21, 2026; Mar 11, Apr 22, Jun 3
  • Saturdays (10 am Central US Time)
    • Feb 7, 2026; Mar 28, May 16, Jun 27
  • PRIVATE CLASS OPTION: You may also arrange another day / time to meet with your instructor
Session 4: Your Best Nest
  • ​Wednesdays (2 pm Central US Time)
    • Jan 28, 2026; Mar 18, Apr 29, Jun 10
  • Saturdays (10 am Central US Time)
    • Feb 21, 2026; Apr 11, May 23, July 11
  • PRIVATE CLASS OPTION: You may also arrange another day / time to meet with your instructor
Session 5: Birth Sense
  • Wednesdays (10 am Central US Time)
    • Dec 17, 2025
  • Wednesdays (2 pm Central US Time)
    • Feb 4, 2026; Mar 25, May 6, Jun 17
  • Saturdays (10 am Central US Time)​
    • Feb 28, 2026; Apr 18, May 30, Jul 18
  • PRIVATE CLASS OPTION: You may also arrange another day / time to meet with your instructor
Session 6: Natural Childbirth Techniques Workshop​
  • Wednesdays (2 pm Central US Time)
    • Feb 11, 2026; Apr 1, May 13, Jun 24
  • Saturdays (10 am Central US Time)
    • Dec 20, 2025; Mar 7, 2026; Apr 25, Jun 6
  • PRIVATE CLASS OPTION: You may also arrange another day / time to meet with your instructor

breastfeeding matters class

  • Prepare for breastfeeding success!
  • Learn the 7 evidence-based "natural laws" of breastfeeding that give you the tools to establish breastfeeding successfully
  • One 2-hour class (online)
Upcoming Breastfeeding Matters Class Dates​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
  • Monday, December 22, 2025 at 2:00 pm CST
  • Monday, January 19, 2026 at 2:00 pm CST
  • Monday, February 16, 2026 at 2:00 pm CST
  • Monday, March 16, 2026 at 2:00 pm CDT
  • PRIVATE CLASS OPTION: You may also arrange another day / time to meet with your instructor

fertility matters TM method classes

  • Learn to observe, record, and interpret your signs of fertility with the Fertility Matters TM sympto-thermal system of natural fertility monitoring
  • Separate programs for young couples who seek to achieve or postpone pregnancy; new mothers experiencing the return of fertility following childbirth; and couples nearing menopause
  • Three 2-hour classes (online)
Upcoming Fertility Matters Method Course START Dates (ALL Programs)​​​​​​​​​
  • ​PRIVATE CLASS OPTION: Arrange a day / time to meet with your instructor

Rumble Tumble Tummy Time! (TM)

  • Does your baby hate tummy time? Learn how to make tummy time fun for your baby through engaging songs and activities in this online playgroup...series of four classes!
  • Your Baby Signs educator will provide valuable parenting strategies to help you make the most of this important stage of development!
  • Ideal for babies 2-6 months old
  • Four classes, 45 minutes each (online)​​
Upcoming Rumble Tumble Tummy Time Playgroup START Dates​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
  • ​Monday, December 22, 2025 at 10:00 am CST
  • Monday, March 23, 2026 at 10:00 am CDT
  • Monday, June 22 at 10:00 am CDT
  • Monday, August 24 at 10:00 am CDT

Infant Massage Basics

  • Learn basic infant massage techniques to help your baby eat, sleep, and feel better!
  • ​One 1-hour class (online)
Upcoming Infant Massage Basics Classes​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
  • Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:00 am CST
  • Monday, February 23 at 10:00 am CST
  • Monday, March 23 at 10:00 am CDT
  • Monday, April 27  at 10:00 am CDT
  • PRIVATE CLASS OPTION: You may also arrange another day / time to meet with your instructor

Sign, Say, and Play

  • Help your baby communicate with you before he or she can talk! Research based baby sign language helps you develop a close bond with your baby and gives your baby tools to communicate with you and other loved ones.
  • Fun, playgroup style classes includes baby signs, songs, games, and tips for helping to promote your baby's healthy development!
  • Ideal for babies 6-24 months old, with a parent or other loved one
  • Six 45-minute online sessions!
Upcoming Sign, Say, and Play Session START Dates​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
  • Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 10:00 am CST
  • Wednesday, February 25 at 10:00 am CST
  • Wednesday, April 8 at 10:00 am CDT
  • Wednesday, May 20 at 10:00 am CDT

Catholic Nursing Mothers' Group

  • Online, faith-based breastfeeding mothers' support group
  • Parenting topics for each meeting
  • Plenty of time for your questions or concerns
  • For all Catholic pregnant and breastfeeding mothers, no matter the age of your child
  • ​Each online session lasts 1 hour
Upcoming Catholic Nursing Mothers' Group Meetings​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
  • Monday, January 19 at 10 am CST (online)
  • Monday, February 16 at 10 am CST (online)
  • Monday, March 16 at 10 am CDT (online)
  • ​Monday, April 20 at 10 am CDT (online)

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